Children who passively or actively demonstrate hostility toward the caregiver while simultaneously wanting to be held and comforted are demonstrating what pattern of attachment?

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This is the pattern of attachment known as insecure-resistant/ambivalent. These children have inconsistent experiences with their caregiver, leading to confusion and a mixed internal working model of attachment. They may show anger or resistance toward the caregiver, but also crave their attention and affection.

Children Who Passively or Actively Demonstrate Hostility Toward the Caregiver